Often listed as one of the most impressive collections of antiquities in the world, Berlin’s Pergamon Museum is well worth a visit - whether you are a seasoned archaeologist, a complete classical arts novice or any interest level in between. Filled with breathtaking monuments of massive scale, a trip to the Pergamon will humble you […]
You’re in Berlin over the holidays and don’t know what to do at New Year’s Eve? Celebrate the new year with Berliners eating their name-sake donut cakes, melting metal for good luck, partying till dawn, with fireworks and a lot of fire crackers in the streets. New Year's in Berlin's city center can be pretty […]
Germany has a reputation for celebrating Christmas with gusto. Traditional Christmas markets are popular throughout the country, and draw millions of visitors each year, but alternative markets are popping up all over Berlin. Though many tourists may associate the smells of sweet Glühwein (traditional mulled wine, literally translating to “glow wine” owing to the rosiness […]
Paddington Bear is a children's icon that originated here in London many decades ago. Learn more about the history of Paddington Bear, the charity trail that was set up in the bear's name to raise money for children, and our favorite Paddington Bear tour on offer! Who is Paddington Bear? Paddington Bear Trail in London […]
Located just across the road from the Berliner Dom and Museum Island in the center of the city is the Berlin Palace, formerly the Royal Palace. It was once the home of Brandenburg Electors, Prussian Kings, and German Emperors from the 15th century until the end of the First World War. It was largely destroyed […]
London’s New Year’s Eve Fireworks Display For the thousands of people who come to London to bring in the New Year, there is no better place to hear the bells chime midnight than right next to Big Ben himself! Much as Times Square is the popular destination for New Years revellers in New York City, […]
